Genetic and Acquired Disorders

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Author: Paul C McCabe
Publisher: Corwin
Edition: 1st Edition
ISBN-13: 9781412968720
Publishing year: April 2010
No of pages: 192
Weight: 540 grm
Language: English
Book binding: Paperback

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Educators often face the pressure taddress childrens medical needs within the school setting, but sometimes find themselves having tmake difficult decisions without adequate training, support, or information about important pediatric issues When faced with a medical question, many may turn tthe Internet where information is sometimes reliable, sometimes not This concise and well-researched investigation intgenetic and acquired health issues provides credibility and verifiability of data and establishes a foundation of confidence for any educator whmust make policy, differentiate instruction, provide educational accommodations, offer special education services, collaborate with families, and work with the community tserve tchildrens medical, physical, and psychological needs Written for school psychologists, counsellors, administrators, and teachers, this highly practical and easy-to-understand reference describes genetic, chromosomal, and acquired disorders and discusses behavioural issues that may manifest themselves in classrooms as well as treatment options and intervention strategies Readers will find: - A section on chromosomal, genetic, and metabolic disorders covering topics such as phenylketonuria, the genetics of autism, the biology of shyness, and families of children with genetic disorders - A section on acquired disorders with chapters on prenatal alcohol exposure, prenatal exposure tantidepressants, celiac disease, maternal post-partum depression and behaviour problems, asthma and quality of life, food allergies in the classroom, and diabetes Each chapter includes a case study, parent handouts, and a literature review based on the latest and best scientific research